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The NPR Politics Podcast

Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.

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You Can't Outrun Voters' Feelings About The Economy

Nov 6, 2024
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Donald Trump Poised To Win Election

Nov 6, 2024
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It All Comes Down To This — Here's How To Follow The Results

Nov 4, 2024
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Roundup: What It Will Take To Get To 270 Electoral Votes

Nov 1, 2024
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Here's How Associated Press Determines Who Won The Election

Oct 31, 2024
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In Nevada, Cost Of Living And Immigration Are Key Issues

Oct 30, 2024
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What Early Voting Can — And Cannot — Tell Us

Oct 29, 2024
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Allies' Racist "Jokes" Overshadow Trump; Harris On Abortion

Oct 28, 2024
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Roundup: The Final Focus? What Trump Would Do With Power

Oct 25, 2024
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Elon Musk Is A Donald Trump Mega-Donor

Oct 24, 2024